As we conduct student-centered research, we hear firsthand how student experiences shape the way they interact with their college and approach their education. We capture what we hear in our Notes from the Field series.
In a recent guest blog post for CAEL, we describe the stellar work done by a team at Chemeketa Community College to connect students to basic needs resources available at their college. As a participant in our Benefits for Success Career and Technical Education (CTE) Academy, the Chemeketa … (read more)
We recently spoke with students about accessing SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits and the SNAP Employment & Training (E&T) program. We discussed the stigma associated with being on SNAP and how it could be reduced through intentional messaging. What intrigued us was the variety of messaging options … (read more)
In recent student-centered research work, we heard from Career and Technical Education (CTE) students who feel well-supported at their college. We listened as students expressed what success means to them and how their college helps them self-actualize. Here are some findings from these discussions, highlighting two common themes. … (read more)